Christmas and winter illuminations in Wiltshire 2024

A wide range of Christmas and winter illuminations are available in Wiltshire for the 2024 season. From National Trust properties to towns, villages and a cathedral.

Take a look below for some displays and events to get you in the festive mood.

Longleat – The Festival of Light

The Festival of Light at Longleat 2023
The Festival of Light at Longleat 2023

Selected dates from 9 November 2024 – 5 January 2025

For 2024 there will be the opportunity to walk through a great pyramid of Egypt, dodge a dinosaur’s roar, or marvel at a 10-metre-high Roman Colosseum complete with chariots and gladiators.

View 2023 photo gallery.

Christmas at Stourhead

Christmas at Stourhead 2023

29 November 2024 – 1 January 2025

The countdown to Christmas has started and National Trust’s Stourhead is getting ready to welcome its glittering illuminated Trail back this year, from 29 November 2024 – 1 January 2025.

Marvel at the delights of Stourhead’s unique gardens adorned with decoration. This family-friendly magical festive trail in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside will be flooded with enchanting illuminations, all choreographed to a soundtrack of much-loved seasonal music.

View 2023 photo gallery.

Salisbury Cathedral

From Darkness to Light at Salisbury Cathedral
From Darkness to Light at Salisbury Cathedral

A range of events and things to see at Salisbury Cathedral this year begin with From Darkness to Light: The Advent Procession on 29, 30 November and 1 December 2024.